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College Preparatory

LIST OF REQUIREDSUMMER READING
2011-2012
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The Upper Moreland High School Reading Program is designed to engage students in the process of keeping reading alive for personal and educational growth. In order to continue the development of critical reading skills necessary for success, students are expected to read during the summer. At each grade level, required texts are complemented with an opportunity for students to read a book of their choice in the hope of fostering an intrinsic love of reading.
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Requirement: Read 2 books, read one of the two listed below and access the book of choice list to self-select the other.


Title

Author

Into Thin Air
John Krakauer


The Color of Water
James McBride


Book of Choice
Students’ book of choice should be a work of fiction,
nonfiction, or a collection of short stories or poetry.
Please click on this link for a list of recommended
books of choice.


Summer reading will be assessed using any combination of the following:
an objective test, an oral presentation, or an essay.